SKYLINE LODGE
Highlands, North Carolina
Perched atop a 3,700-foot ridgeline just outside Highlands, Skyline Lodge is a design-driven mountain escape that pairs mid-century heritage with thoughtful hospitality. Reimagined by The Indigo Road Hospitality Group in 2021, this 40-room property has earned national acclaim from outlets like Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, AFAR, and Dwell for its refined restoration, stunning setting, and modern mountain soul.
Originally designed by a student of Frank Lloyd Wright, Skyline’s architecture is rooted in natural materials—chestnut, stone, and hand-cut cedar shakes—that echo the surrounding forests. Following an extensive renovation, the lodge today feels both nostalgic and contemporary, with interiors led by Portland-based Mey & Co. A warm, wood-clad palette sets the tone for cozy guest rooms, moody corridors, and gathering spaces where every detail feels intentional.
At the heart of the property is Oak Steakhouse Highlands, an intimate dining experience where thick-cut steaks, thoughtful wines, and proper cocktails channel the glamour of a bygone era. A newly added event pavilion with sweeping terraces opens the door for weddings, retreats, and celebrations that feel immersive and personal.
With 50 acres of untouched woodlands, Skyline offers easy access to some of the Southeast’s best hiking trails, waterfalls, and foraging grounds—while remaining minutes from both Highlands and Cashiers. It’s a retreat with roots: timeless, quiet, and unexpectedly stylish.
